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rancorous

adjective

/ˈræŋ.kər.əs/

Meaning

Characterized by bitterness or resentment.

Their rancorous debate lasted for hours.

hostile, bitter, resentful, spiteful

friendly, kind, pleasant

rancorous debate, rancorous relationship, rancorous tone, rancorous exchange

not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking; moderate or sparing in consumption

Describing something that swells or surges outward in waves or large masses.

Defiant of authority; disobedient to orders.

Something that continues for longer than normal

Causing unease, embarrassment, or discomfort.

Dull, tedious, and repetitious; lacking in variety and interest.